I hope when Toyota redesigns the Tacoma

I want Regular Cab with an 8ft Bed and a manual trans option.

 

I think the materials in the first gen Tacomas were far superior to my 3rd gen. I think the seconds were probably better too. The "design" of the third gen layout is better, but the materials really suck. Every thing scratchs so easily. Its ridiculous.

I couldn't agree more. I am baffled how crappy the 3rd gen is. My 99 looks better than the 2021... Pisses me off!

Anybody figure out how to get the scratches out?

 

I'm expecting the interior to be floor to ceiling red leather camo, and the dash to have TOYOTA spelled out across the dash. Tons of ambient lighting, so much that you'll be distracted while driving. Gimmicks everywhere in the interior compasses and topo maps everywhere. Hooks to hold things you don't yet own, or will even need while driving in a Tacoma. Accompanied by rear roll down window so it can all get covered in dust.

 

What do you need to store?

 

I won't buy a TV larger than 32" and I buy the cheapest one they have at Walmart. They last 3 - 5 years, I don't care what's on the screen, I certainly don't care what kind of screen it is.

 

Im very happy with the storage space

 

The Highlander really does have a lot of interior storage. It's a minivan that's pretending to not be a minivan.

I have no complaints about the cab storage in the Taco, though. Everything fits as it should.

 

Where do you guys put shit? Even the glove box is tiny and stupidly shaped.

 

Under and behind the rear seats for emergency/recovery gear. Center console for more everyday needs. IMO this trucks holds all my needs and wants. If it didnt, I would get a full size.

It sounds like you should have got a full size suv.

 

I could make a very picture-heavy post, but I'll bullet it instead for brevity.

• Glovebox
  • Owner's manual.
  • Glovebox organizer
  • Spare sunglasses
  • Spare masks
  • napkins
  • spare fuses
• Center Console
  • Console organizer
  • Glasses cleaner
  • USB/audio cables
  • pens
  • checkbook. Remember those?
  • lint roller
  • Open space for rotating/temporary carry items.
• Rear seatback right
  • Viair inflator
  • Smitty tire plug kit
  • Tow strap
  • Noco jump starter
  • windshield sun shade
  • Ice scraper
• Rear seatback left
  • Cloth grocery bags
  • Folding trunk organizer
• Rear seat bottom right
  • Jack
  • lug sockets
  • breaker bar
  • torque wrench
  • big ass crescent wrench
• Rear seat bottom left
  • Jumper cables (redundant and havent used in over a year, considering dropping this one)
  • OBD cable
  • Small screwdriver and socket set, multitool
• Aftermarket molle panel, passenger console
  • First aid kit. I wanted this visible in the open and reachable by anyone.
• Bed cubby right
  • Bungee cords, adjustable length, (2)
• Bed cubby left
  • ratchet straps, (4)
• Bed rail
  • Fire extinguisher

 

Eerily similar to my truck, Ryan

 

It's the equip list that handles my situations. I imagine many of us have come up with similar solutions.

 

and roll up windows

 

Just switch the damn radio and volume buttons on the steering wheel.

 

4th Gen will be 2024 MY.

 

This thread has restored some of my faith in humanity. I bought a truck and use it like a truck. I get inside with muddy boots, dirt and grime on me sometime. The last damn thing I need is a 32 inch screen tv on top of the dash. If you want a nice SUV or sports car go get it. Don’t take away from what trucks are supposed to be..signed grumpy old man!

 

If you don’t focus on aesthetics you might end up with something that looks like a Jeep

 

I qualify aerodynamics as a part of drivability. Jeeps are terrible on the freeway, LMFAO

 

I like old things; one of my clients was in my office the other day and couldn’t resist my ‘80’s “Intermatic” space heater. After feeling and hearing the lovely click of the buttons, she grinned and remarked “so satisfying.”

No one says that about laggy touchscreen buttons.

Oh! Took a ride in a friend’s 300zx the other day too. That dash was righteous.